Live by Meaning in English
expression
ˈɫaɪv/, /ˈɫɪv/ /ˈbaɪ
LYV-by or LIV-by
lɪv/ /bˈaɪ
LIV-BY
Definition
To follow certain rules, beliefs, or principles as a guide for your actions or the way you live your life.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used when talking about personal values, beliefs, or philosophies ('live by honesty', 'live by the rules'). It means guiding choices and lifestyle, not physical survival. Often followed by a principle or philosophy.
Spanish: guiarse por - vivir según - regirse porPortuguese (BR): viver de acordo com - guiar-se porPortuguese (PT): viver segundo - reger-se porChinese (Simplified): 奉行 - 按照...生活Chinese (Traditional): 奉行 - 按照...生活Hindi: के अनुसार जीना - के सिद्धांतों पर चलनाArabic: يعيش وفقًا لِـ - يتبع (مبادئ، قواعد)Bengali: মেনে চলা - অনুসরণ করাRussian: жить по - руководствоватьсяJapanese: 〜に従って生きるVietnamese: sống theoKorean: 따라 살다 - 기준으로 삼다Turkish: yaşamak (kurala/görüşe göre) - benimsemekUrdu: پر عمل کرنا - اس کے مطابق جیناIndonesian: sống theo - làm theo
Example Sentences
She tries to live by her grandfather's advice.
basic
Many people live by different religions.
basic
He likes to live by simple rules.
basic
I've always tried to live by the motto, 'treat others as you want to be treated.'
natural
They live by a strict code of honor in their family.
natural
If you don't have something to live by, life can feel pointless.
natural